AML Analyst

About the role

As an AML Analyst at Newton, you will focus on investigating suspicious transactions related to money laundering and terrorist financing within the cryptocurrency sector. Your role will involve reviewing alerts, conducting KYC investigations, and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

You will join a remote team dedicated to promoting financial freedom for Canadians. Newton values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement, and encourages innovative thinking to overcome challenges. Success in this position means effectively identifying risks and contributing to the development of preventative policies.

Skills that matter here

• AML policies and processes: This role requires a strong understanding of AML regulations and the ability to conduct thorough investigations.
• report writing: You will need to create detailed reports based on your findings to meet both internal and regulatory obligations.
• multi-tasking: The position demands the ability to handle multiple investigations simultaneously while maintaining confidentiality.

Who this role suits

• Someone with at least 2 years of experience in AML investigations or related fields.
• A self-motivated individual who can work independently and manage their own tasks.
• A candidate who values integrity and transparency, and is committed to continuous improvement.
• An individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges.

From the employer

Responsibilities

• Review and conduct detailed investigations on alerted cases and customers that are suspected to be involved with possible money-laundering or terrorist financing concerns.
• Efficiently and accurately review multiple monitoring and internal systems to supplement your KYC review.
• Able to create accurate and detailed reports based on your investigation, to be submitted to the necessary stakeholders to fulfill both internal and regulatory obligations.
• Be responsible to offer analytical and operational support to the FIU AML department in ad hoc assignments.
• Conduct sanctions screening, risk assessments, and AML reviews to ensure adherence to applicable sanctions laws and regulatory requirements.
• Advise other lines of businesses in relation to ML/TF concerns and or policies.
• Identify new ML/TF indicators in relation to crypto and strategize preventative policy to mitigate associated risk.

Requirements

• Strong understanding and knowledge of AML policies and processes.
• At least 2 years of experience in AML investigations, detection, or intake.
• You have the ability to multitask and handle confidential information.
• Strong writing and report creating skills.
• You are capable of working independently and holding yourself accountable for completing required tasks.
• Bachelor/College Degree.
• Bonus: At least one year of financial fraud or crypto investigation experience.
• CAMS, CFE, or any relevant financial investigative certificate.
• French as a second language.

Conditions

• At Newton, we celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
• We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out!